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Expatriates: Commons Questions Answered
By Peter Garant
At no other time in history has there been as many expatriates (or expats for short) than today as
borders between countries shrink and more and more people find they enjoy the comfort and
adventure of living away from their home countries. If you are thinking of becoming one, then you
should be aware of some fundamental facts.
What an Expatriate is
An expat can be defined as someone who has left his or her native country and is now living in
another one. However, it also applies to those individuals that, while not permanently living in another
place, spend a majority of their time there, instead of the country where they were born.
Why People Become Expats
The growing number of expats is due to the many benefits that most people feel they will gain. Among
them are the following:
1. Experiencing a different culture
For many, the chance to be in another land, with a unique culture and different peoples, is the most
attractive reason. Most expats travel to different countries around the world, but most prefer to stay in
one particular country. Whatever the case may be, it boils down to being able to take part in a different
culture and gain new perspectives.
2. Finding work
Others prefer to be expats for more practical reasons, such as finding a job. Difficult economic
conditions in their native land may force people to go abroad in search of greener pastures.
3. Studying in a foreign university
For a lot of the young people today, studying in a foreign school offers plenty of a